Preventing Employee Burnout

Employee burnout was a contributing factor in the Great Resignation, and understanding how to prevent employee burnout is critical for employers. Let's look at some of the factors that contribute to employee burnout and what we can do to avoid …

Anticipatory Leadership: Uncovering and Solving Your Real Business Issue

If you've read any of my previous articles, you'll know that I teach the Skip It Principle as part of my Anticipatory Leader System. On the surface, problem skipping seems to be a hands-off technique to resolving a problem that …

Maintaining Customer Focus and Investing in Agents During the Busy Holiday Season

Christmas lights twinkling on every house and Christmas music playing in every business make me want to remain at home, watch It's a Wonderful Life, and avoid doing work. Is it just me? No, I don't believe so.

It makes …

Is Ethereum Worth Investing In?

This year, Ethereum has been on a tear. It has outpaced bitcoin and reached a new high. Even Mark Cuban has become a believer in Ethereum.

On a recent edition of the Next with Novo podcast, Cuban remarked, "I have …

When Should You Treat Your Side Hustle Like a Business?

Many individuals utilized their leisure time to pursue their hobbies even before the continuing COVID-19 outbreak. Side gigs are becoming increasingly frequent for folks with traditional 9-to-5 day jobs, whether it's knitting scarves and selling them on Etsy or performing …

7 Profit Boosting Ideas for Tomorrow's Businesses

The difficulty of boosting your bottom line optimization is straightforward if you zoom out and look at the broad picture - at least in theory. You have the option of increasing income, lowering expenditures, or doing both. Getting this done, …

What is Positioning and Messaging for Coaches?

You've probably heard of brand language and positioning for goods, but what about selling your coaching or consulting services? Positioning and message continue to be crucial. How? Let's look at why positioning and messaging are vital for coaches and consultants, …

How to Become a Successful MSP

The distinctions between agencies, consultancies, outsourcers, and staffing organizations have all but vanished today. The marketing service industry's nomenclature, in particular, has failed to change, making it more difficult to put a label on the critical expertise-based partnerships that many …

Consumers Prefer Products With These Packages, Recent Data Shows

"Never judge a book by its cover," we've all heard it said. While the adage is absolutely true in terms of not taking appearances for granted and not undervaluing things and people based on how they seem on the outside, …

Things to Remember When Hiring Your First Employee

Hiring your first employee may be a daunting task. How do you know you've chosen the proper person?

How can you then set them up for success once they begin? Fortunately, there are a few tried-and-true tactics you can utilize …

3 Signs You Don't Have a Plan

By doing extensive market research, I attempt to set a positive example for my clientele.

This may take numerous forms, including ethnography, one-on-one talks, small focus groups, and surveys, which most of us can conduct with minimal difficulty.

I've seen …

Find Your Leadership Potential

Who comes to mind first when you think about leaders? Presidents? CEOs? People have a lot of authority and a high ranking?

You most certainly do, but keep in mind that they aren't the only ones who are or can …

A Company's Unique Selling Proposition

In current marketplaces, B2B enterprises must stand out. Having a long-term competitive edge may be beneficial.

It's no secret that established market enterprises endure a lot of rivalry. Building a solid position in the market is a primary objective and …

Workers Wary of HQ Due to Germ Fears

According to recent study, employers that were previously concerned about the danger presented by growing burnout rates and the so-called Great Resignation are now concerned about employees' health and well-being.

According to new worldwide statistics from NTT, just 38% of …

Saying Thank You in 2021

In my opinion (and that of many others), 2021 was a sprint compared to the marathon that was 2020. I honestly can't believe it's already November, and as a writer, I'm at a loss for words trying to put the …

How to Determine Your Retirement Readiness and Prepare for It

It might be tough to make the transition from a fruitful working life to retirement. Many retirees claim that it is more difficult than they anticipated. Some factors will make the process smoother and simpler to acclimate to, as they …

Your Turn at the Helm

When we first assume charge of a department, a company, or a military unit, we all get that initial adrenaline rush, tempered with a little bit of trepidation.

Part of the conflicting feelings we're experiencing stems from the very genuine …

Can Text Improve Customer Service?

Cell phones have become our major method of communication, both personally and professionally, as individuals have gotten more mobile and work hours have been more flexible. While being able to check email on our phones is convenient, sending and receiving …

SME Digitization: A Competitive Advantage

Every organization must undergo digital transformation to enhance internal procedures and market competitiveness.

The epidemic has underlined the necessity of increasing digitalization of businesses globally, especially SMEs, which account for 99.83 percent of overall employment and almost 65 percent in …

Web Accessibility Expectations for DT

For quite some time, digital transformation has been on the increase. Businesses are shifting their strategy away from maximizing the in-person experience and toward expanding their online platforms.

As the epidemic has accelerated the demand for digital innovation, industries like …

Departmental Feuds: Who Wins?

If you don't deal with interdepartmental conflicts on a regular basis, you may skip this section. But I hear about these kinds of scenarios all the time, and two of them came my way lately.

One of my customers had …

3 Business Trends to Watch in 2022

As an entrepreneur, you're well aware that current trends may quickly fade. As a result, it's critical to maintain flexibility so you may change your strategy as needed.

With the calendar about to shift from 2021 to 2022, there's no …

How to Create a Multigenerational Workplace

The article "The 37-year-olds are afraid of the 23-year-olds who work for them" sparked one of the most passionate arguments online this week. It went on to discuss the conflict between Millennial managers and Gen Z employees over issues such …

5 Ways an Online Business Loan Can Help Your Business

When launching a new company, the first question you must ask yourself is what sets you apart from your competition. If you can find out what makes you different from other suppliers in the market, the following step is to …

Future Workplace Evolutions

Throughout the century, cloud computing, e-commerce, the Internet of Things, and the incorporation of AI in workflows have boosted the appeal of automation for enterprises. With the acceptance and widespread use of remote workplaces, the reaction to Covid-19 has further …

How to Control Your Money and Manage Financial Stress

Financial stress is one of America's most harmful and difficult-to-manage problems, but it's also one that few people discuss. Despite the fact that we all need to earn and manage money, only a small percentage of us are taught how …

3 Ways to Get Sponsors for Your Event

So you've got an event coming up, but you don't quite have the funds to pull it off the way your planner brain envisions it. You'll need more money! You'll need sponsors.

It's not always a simple process. Pitching sponsors …

Don't Mess Up Your Retirement Fund

Calculators for retirement are your best friend

You've undoubtedly spent a lifetime dealing with and attaining quantifiable objectives by the time you reach retirement age. Goals have been established for you from the first day of kindergarten to your final …

Why Let Emotional Autonomy Mislead You? Instead, consider

Last week, three distinct clients shared the challenges they're having as a result of their hate for or distress about someone with whom they work. The three examples had quite diverse conditions, but the end result was the same: the …

Psychological Triggers for Black Friday sales

Black Friday is approaching, and your thoughts are undoubtedly turning to how you might snag a piece of the Christmas pie. What if I told you that

"It costs 16 times more to bring a new customer up to the …

Inflation-Protected Income Annuities

Do you have sufficient funds to retire? Are you certain you'll have enough to last the rest of your life? Do you fear that you will run out of money before the end of your life?

Social Security payments account …

Advantages of Hybrid and Remote Teams

"I don't see how we can replace hallway conversations as a source of serendipitous innovation." Serendipitous interactions generate at least a third of our top innovation ideas, which then evolve into brainstorming sessions.

During the months of lockdowns, we've had …

The ‘Build Back Better' Plan Requires Significant Tax Reforms to Level the Playing Field and Offset Costs

By adopting the tax changes now suggested in the Build Back Better proposal, Congress has a once-in-a-generation chance to close the gap between big and small companies. Eighty-five percent of small companies believe the tax structure favors big corporations over …

Modern Thought Leadership's Golden Chance

Many companies and CEOs want thought leadership, but only a few are successful at it.

That's how it's always been. Clients often approach agencies with the purpose of "thought leadership." We want our executives to appear in the media more …

Conscious Business Systems Differ?

The trend of running a firm using conscious business practices is gaining traction. Businesses are now seeing the value of considering the ramifications of their actions. But how are the mechanisms in a conscious company different from those in a …

Stop Helicopter Parenting Your ‘Business Baby', Owners

My wife and I celebrated the birth of our first kid earlier this year. While nothing can prepare you for first-time fatherhood, I can't help but see parallels between raising a kid and building a company from the bottom up …

How CEOs Can Empower Teams to Improve Business Results

Because team morale depends on their shoulders, corporate leaders have much more influence than they know in terms of business operations. It goes without saying that team empowerment has a direct correlation with overall work happiness, performance, and dedication to …

HR and Recruitment Tools: A New Era

The Great Resignation is becoming bigger and bigger. Employees are leaving the workforce in ever-increasing numbers, and companies have no option but to tackle this rising trend head-on if they want to remain competitive.

The epidemic has been widely blamed …

Financial Stability Is the Key to Life Success

What does success mean to you? Obviously, that response differs from one individual to the next. Some could suggest that creating your own company, having a family, or having the freedom to travel the globe are examples of this. All …

Now More Than Ever, Servant Leadership Is Vital

Many of us have gained a fresh perspective as a result of all that has happened in the globe during the last 20 months. It has given us freedom to take things more slowly.

It has taught us the importance …

What Does No Cookie Mean for Marketers?

Since the mid-nineties, third-party cookies have fueled the expansion of digital advertising, offering marketers the unique ability to follow individuals around the web and create sophisticated user profiles based on their browsing habits.

When someone visits a website, these little …

Flexible Workplaces and Business Success Next Steps

During Covid, corporate flexibility wasn't merely a benefit for the company's performance. If they were to survive the epidemic, they needed to do so.

According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), 43 percent of smaller businesses relied on …

What If Your Business Partner Is a Scrooge?

There are various benefits to forming business partnerships. Complementary skill sets, separating tasks, tax advantages, and lowering beginning costs and hazards are just a few examples.

Partnerships, however, have significant drawbacks as well. According to statistics, up to 70% of …

3 Inclusive Hiring Tips

It's exactly what it sounds like: inclusive hiring. A method for establishing your team and expanding your business by being selective in who you recruit. Inclusive hiring considers how you may communicate to a wide variety of individuals and assess …

Ask the Right Questions to Negotiate

I had the pleasure to join Kison Patel, CEO and Founder of M&A Science, as his guest on the M&A Science podcast earlier this summer, as you may recall from part one of this series, Gaining and Maintaining Positive Leverage. …

It's Great. That's Better

That is what we do: we compete. Some are more zealous than others. Internal rivalry may exist, which is where I've invested a lot of my time and effort.

The majority of competition, on the other hand, is focused on …

Why Do a Break-Even Analysis?

A break-even analysis is a method used by company owners to determine how many units they need to sell and at what price to earn a profit.

To calculate the break-even threshold, the study considers a company's fixed and variable …

How Can Small Businesses Use Social Media Marketing?

Social media marketing is one of the most effective methods for small companies to promote. It enables them to do so much with so little resources.

But how can small companies take use of social media marketing's potential?

Let's see …

The 3 Most Critical Hires for Your SaaS

Startup owners are becoming to resemble bloggers, and I say this because I've spent the most of my professional life dealing with both, and SaaS companies are failing unnecessarily.

Bloggers often approach their companies with a more playful attitude than …

Changing Workplaces

Opening an article with the phrase "the world of work has changed since the global pandemic" may seem cliché, but it's true. Since the worldwide pandemic, the workplace has altered dramatically.

Many salaried and tech employees have been compelled to …

Lead Generating and Nurturing

Is lead generation truly your marketing goal? Is it your aim to increase your client base? There's a difference, and if you don't have a lead nurturing plan in place, you'll just be producing statistics.

Allow me to explain.

Lead …

How Much Is Your Time?

One of the reasons clients come to me as an executive coach is to improve their effectiveness. This typically entails bettering their business acumen and leadership, developing new company development methods, or just finding a way to do more.

Years …

Convenience in Financial Markets

The Amazon Effect has infiltrated every aspect of our daily lives. In the quest of speed and convenience, it has worn down our tolerance for waiting and pushed us to test new products. And it has impacted every company sector.…

Become a Millennial Superstar

When we were growing up as millennials, we were fortunate to see several incredible innovations and individuals. It's wonderful to see the Steve Jobs of the world accomplish tremendous feats.

But, every now and again, we say to ourselves, "Wow. …

Yes, I Am a Millennial and I Work

There are a few individuals from the elder age who believe that millennials are incapable of working. To get to this conclusion, they observe adolescents and young adults using their phones or computers all of the time.

Millennials, on the …

Virtual Brainstorming for Remote and Hybrid Teams in the Future of Work

"Our software engineers and product designers must return to work full-time in the office." We'll lose our competitive advantage in innovation if we don't do something."

At the opening of the business's planning meeting on the post-vaccine return to work …

Top Businessmen and Athletes Use This Mindset to Survive

Can you recall the first time you participated in a competitive sport of your choice? Can you recollect that sense of competing against your classmates on the playground in elementary school or in your backyard against an older sibling?

Were …

Keys to a COVID-19 Recovery Strategy

Like most people, I'm still confused of where we are in the pandemic:

  • Do we think we've reached the end of this?
  • Are we in the midst of a tough patch?
  • Is there going to be a major plot twist
Personal Emails on Lead Generation Forms

Should you allow prospects to fill out lead generation forms with their personal email addresses? B2B marketers appear to be split on the issue.

In a recent LinkedIn study, nearly half of respondents (46%) said they'd rather require prospects to …

5 Advantages of Self-employment

Starting a business is all about providing a solution, whether it's in the form of a product or a service. This is exactly what you're bringing to the table.

Something worthwhile.

However, there is nothing wrong with having a secondary …

Choosing the Best Small Business Payment Software

You can't expand your firm without payment processing software. These solutions are responsible for making real-time transactions between you and your customers easier – and safer.

However, selecting the best software tools for your small business might be difficult. That's …

Working Remotely? Here's How to Keep Employees Happy

The majority of my contact with coworkers now take place over the internet. After all, we do most of our work at home.

We're not sure when we'll all be back in person again, with COVID-19 cases on the rise …

Post-Covid Store Experience Optimization

As we return to normalcy, one clear truth must be acknowledged: Covid-19 has had a dramatic and long-lasting influence on brick-and-mortar retail.

Hundreds of well-known retail firms are on the verge of going bankrupt. Since the outbreak began, several of …

The Meaningful Difference Between Ideas and Questions

As top executives seek to galvanize their teams, set new goals, and push for accomplishment and accountability as a result of the epidemic, I've noticed two very distinct ways of inviting — or discouraging — engagement from team members. The …

When to Merge Small Businesses

Many of us out on our entrepreneurial path with the goal of building a successful firm. Such voyages are frequently depicted in media and pop culture allusions as a lone entrepreneur forging a new path.

It's typical to have to …

Value Mysteries

Our websites are crammed with information about our "unique value propositions," which always turn out to be everything but. In every interaction we have with clients, we proclaim our value and place it around the excellence of our goods and …

Touchpoints in Business

Customers engage with businesses on a variety of levels and fronts. Customers' interactions are an important component of a company's branding, marketing, and sales efforts.

While advertisements are an important component of the process, they are just one element of …

Disagreement at Work Has Its Rewards

The capacity to manage and participate in dispute is one of the most critical skills required of today's leaders. Despite this, many leaders face challenges.

They either do a bad job of handling it or do not handle it at …

Constant Feedback Isn't Enough

Many businesses have chosen to abandon yearly assessments in favor of quarterly check-ins and ongoing feedback. This is mainly attributable to a generational shift in the workforce.

Millennials and Generation Z now make up almost half of the workforce. While …

Useful Estimates: Ditch the Numbers

TL;DR: estimates can be helpful, but get rid of the numbers

Many individuals hate estimating work items because estimates are seen to open the door to managers misusing velocity, reinstating Taylorism, micromanagement, and unnecessary reporting. Estimates, for example, clash with …

Essential Stock Valuation Models for Wealthy Entrepreneurs

As an entrepreneur, you're undoubtedly well aware of how tough it may be to turn a profit. Once you've begun making money, you'll need to safeguard and increase your assets in the event that the market declines.

This implies that …

Ready to Become a Business Owner? Hard Trends Build the Base

Throughout one's professional career, they may think to themselves, "I wish I could just work for myself," or they may look at a product, service, or procedure and think to themselves, "There has got to be a better way."

Almost …

Why Aren't Draws and Distributions Taxable?

Draws and distributions to owners/investors are not subject to income taxes in pass-through companies like LLCs and S-Corps. This is why.

On a company's balance statement, draws and distributions are noted. A company's profit and loss (P&L) statement, on the …

Here's Why Hackathons Are a Smart Move for Tech Companies

Hackathons are a win-win for competitors and tech companies alike. 

Hackathons, brief events where teams compete to create a tech-based product, are already popular, especially for young techies and the companies looking to hire fresh talent.


But based on what

CDO The Rise of “Work From Anywhere” Options

Many companies have changed their rules and working conditions to maximize their employees' productivity and innovativeness for years, according to chief digital officer recruitment. To encourage creativity, some people have created more colorful work spaces.

Others have provided on-site childcare …

How to Start and Grow Your Own Business

If you've arrived at this page, you've most likely chosen to start your own business—congratulations and good luck! Not everyone is brave enough to consider establishing their own company.

However, there are things to consider and learn before starting a …

How to Start and Grow Your Own Business

If you've arrived at this page, you've most likely chosen to start your own business—congratulations and good luck! Not everyone is brave enough to consider establishing their own company. However, there are things to consider and learn before starting a …

How Does Cyberbullying Affect Work Productivity?

In the last several decades, cyberspace has been transformed, and more people are utilizing internet services and mobile devices than ever before. However, with all of the benefits, there are also some drawbacks.

Bullies have been able to harass individuals …

Nobody FAILS... Our Mistakes

It's not a question of IF we'll make a mistake, misstep, tell a white lie (I can't help but think of Forest Gump saying, "mama said there's nothing wrong with a little white lie, they don't hurt nobody"), or make …

Lessons from a Bad Golf Course

I'm sure you're wondering why I'd write about lessons learnt on the golf course. Many things remind me of my company (which is helping small businesses succeed via the web).

This week, I had a terrible encounter at a golf …

How Much Time Do You Spend Planning?

By now, you've undoubtedly figured out that we're huge admirers of Peter Drucker. He is regarded as the founder of contemporary management.

One of his quotations is very relevant to this article on strategy and the future. “The best way …

Your Old-School Management Practices Will Doom You

When it comes to running a business, I've noticed that while many founders are forward-thinking when it comes to the technical aspects of their business ideas, their understanding of how small businesses operate is decades behind the times and is …

Getting Your First Internship

As Millennials, we're beginning to take our first steps into the real world. We're graduating from high school and looking for summer and full-time jobs to help us develop our portfolios.

Starting this procedure may be frightening and intimidating. If …

The (Hidden) Costs of a Poor Domain

My grandpa originally taught me this phrase while I was in elementary school, and it didn't seem to make any sense. That is, at first. “Good work does not come cheap, and cheap work does not come cheap.”

Life intervened …

Why People Refuse to Re-Enter Office After the Pandemic

You're not alone if you've ever questioned why individuals are reluctant to return to work after the epidemic. It's a frequent question, and many people across the globe are afraid of the answer.

Some of the most common reasons for …

Enhancing Employee Productivity in Hybrid Offices

How could businesses reorganize their hybrid office spaces to increase productivity? What will the future workplace — both in the office and at home — look like? We know it won't be the same as it was before the epidemic.…

Embrace Disruption as a Viable Strategy

Every Business 101 class at an Ivy League business school has a lecturer emphasizing to their pupils that a company is "never too big to fail."

This has been the go-to generalization for some of the most astonishingly disastrous business …

Elite Investors' 3 Competitive Advantages

In the world of financial planning and investing, affluent customers with a high net worth and liquid assets of approximately $1 million are known as Elite investors. Instead of straightforward and simple mutual fund investments, elite investors are eligible for …

Embrace Disruption as a Viable Strategy

Every Business 101 class at an Ivy League business school has a lecturer emphasizing to their pupils that a company is “never too big to fail.”

This has been the go-to generalization attached to some of the most astonishingly disastrous …

Touchpoints in Business

Customers engage with businesses on a variety of levels and fronts. Customers' interactions are an important component of a company's branding, marketing, and sales efforts.

While advertisements are an important component of the process, they are just one element of …

How to Save Money for Your Future

You simply feel better when your finances are in order. You also have a better understanding of how to save and prepare for the future. Plus, you'll sleep better at night knowing you have a full picture of your finances.…

Key Activities and Your Business Model

When it comes to the Business Model Canvas, important activities, according to Strategyzer, are any activity that your company engages in with the main goal of profit. Operations, marketing, production, problem-solving, and administration are all examples of business activity.

Depending …

Want To Grow Your Business? Be Like Amazon

Ever wondered how you can grow your business quickly and effectively?

One tech goliath that nearly every business can learn from is Amazon. By applying some of their strategic tendencies, nearly any software business can cut costs and improve ROI

Pairings of Personality Types

There is no such thing as an island. In team, there is no "I."

There are a million motivational phrases out there reminding us that we're better together. However, ignoring the little (and sometimes large) idiosyncrasies and differences we have …

Nubank Just Got a BIG Investment – Here's Why

Warren Buffett, the billionaire investor, is the most significant supporter of banks in the world, with huge interests in American Express, Bank of America, and US Bancorp. Berkshire Hathaway, Buffett's conglomerate, is now investing in a digital lender that aims …

Microsoft Is Running Out Of Excuses To Say ‘Starfield' Is An Xbox Exclusive

We're back in this news cycle, when PlayStation fans attempt to read between the lines to see whether Bethesda titles are still coming to their platform of choice, despite Microsoft's $7 billion acquisition of the company and all of its …

Saishruthi Swaminathan on Paving the Way for Women in Data Science

Even if you haven't been closely watching the tech sector for the past 20 years or so, there's a good chance that you're already aware of just how important data and AI have become, not only to tech devices and

Condo Project Sold Out In Weekend Launch By Singapore Property Billionaire

The UOL Group, which is owned by billionaire Wee Cho Yaw, said that it had sold more than half of a residential condominium building in northern Singapore that had just opened over the weekend, indicating strong demand in one of …

Forbes Releases Fintech 50 List

Forbes has released its latest financial technology (AKA Fintech) 50 list.

Many of the companies on Forbes' sixth Fintech 50 list were major pandemic winners, as Americans accelerated their shift to online purchasing and banking, and some of those …

Gold returns to a three-week high over $1,800 as bond rates continue to fall.

On Tuesday, the price of gold rose back over $1,800 to a three-week high as US bond rates continued to fall.

On Tuesday morning, spot gold climbed as much as 1.8 percent to $1,815.70 per ounce, the highest level since …

An Interview with Special Effects Artist Assistant Chinatsu Tokuda

Special Effects, also written as SFX, are just about everywhere these days, from big Hollywood feature films to commercials and small-scale online videos. 

Back in the day, SFX meant using props and creative camera techniques to create fantastical illusions. 

Of

It's Official – Kamala Harris is WEALTHY!

Kamala Harris is believed to be worth $7 million. Whoah!

Where exactly does Harris's wealth come from?

Her portfolio, which she shares with her husband Douglas Emhoff, includes houses in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. worth an estimated $5 million …

How To Talk To Your Teenage Son About Relationships

I remember having a conversation with my son, about a year and a half ago. I told him that it's not nice to play “stop, drop and roll”.

He thought that was hilarious. I explained that it's not nice because …

Did MacKenzie Scott Just Give Away Nearly $3B?

MacKenzie Scott, the philanthropist and ex-wife of Amazon CEO and founder Jeff Bezos, announced a fresh round of gifts totaling $2.7 billion to 286 organizations throughout the United States on Tuesday.

In a Medium blog post, she described her …

How To Strengthen Relationships With Family

Many of us can remember when we first moved to a new city or town. It is always a very daunting experience for a young person.

It is a shock for them when they come to find out what they …

Top 8 Best Productivity Hacks

There are certain things that you can do to enhance your productivity to make sure that you accomplish more in a shorter amount of time.

However, I don't think that you can always accomplish your task by using the same …

How To Ask A Guy About Past Relationships

I know from personal experience that asking men about their past relationships is a potentially awkward and even scary task.

A few years ago, I was just getting comfortable dating my first serious boyfriend and as a newbie, I was …

Best Trick To Gain Weight

When trying to gain weight the first thing that comes to mind is one's appetite, increased calorie intake, or significant calorie restriction.

All of these will not work to effectively gain weight. It takes considerable exercise to burn excess weight …

Effects Of Not Spending Time With Family

Sometimes time spent together with family can be especially impactful.

The reality is that we all live lives that have a multitude of demands and obligations.

Some relationships demand our time and effort. Some examples are relationships with family and …

How To Keep A Newborn Happy

“The happiest baby is the one who is fed”

Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam means “the whole world is one family.” We tend to think of families as three siblings, parents, and grandparents.

But this is not the case.

In India, when you …

Becoming More Positive And Happy

A few days ago I received a very positive and happy note from a friend of mine.

He noted that during his week's visit with us, he had felt much happier than usual. He noted his wife had been very …

My Hobby Is Spending Time With Family

The community I live in is really pretty simple. People tend to live where there’s room and where they have friends and family nearby.

For me, this means a 25-minute drive to my parent's house, a 30-minute drive to my …

We Need To Treat Others With Respect

There are some cultural issues we are dealing with in the culture that we need to be mindful of.

Often when we say something or do something, we are told, “but you have never been abused.”

But this statement does …

A Real Man Spends Time With His Family

My kids are great. They are really good people and are very loyal and loving to everyone.

But you know what? They are humans and they are still teenagers.

As such, they have interests in the world and hobbies.

Sometimes …

Benefits Of Spending Time With Family And Friends

As the song goes, "A family that prays together, stays together," and I believe that is true.

The Bible speaks about the importance of family and friends and that spending time with loved ones is good for you, you can …

How To Ask Questions About Relationships

The conversation will commence by offering an overview of the process that takes place to achieve the required goal.

The process will then be discussed in detail with subsequent steps also included providing the reader with a step-by-step guide to …

How To Be Better At Building Relationships - Simple Tips

A relationship is when two people mutually benefit from each other by engaging in interactions.

It can also be a spiritual or social connection, but we’ll get into that in the next section.

The more people you have interacting with, …

Ten Tips For Happy Productive Remote Working

I've worked remotely for quite some time now, and have learned a lot along the way.

I'm always on the lookout for new ways to be more productive, so I've decided to share some of those tips here.

This blog …

Tips For Conducting A Productive Meeting

The term “productive meeting” is synonymous with making decisions quickly and efficiently, while following the direction set forth by the attendees.

However, to have a productive meeting, the participants need to be clear on what the outcomes are.…

Spending Time Apart In A Marriage

The problem that we are going to talk about today is that husband and wife can spend entirely too much time apart from each other.

It's quite common that couples spend an inordinate amount of time in a marriage with …

Happiness At Work: 10 Tips For How To Be Happy At Work

Your job has got to be one of the most important factors in your life, however, it is also one of the least interesting to talk about.

Your employer usually does not want you talking about how happy you are …

Skill In Dealing With Difficult Issues

Difficult issues are just a fact of life. If you're looking to reach your goals in life you must confront challenges and solve problems.

But, you don't have to be a problem-solver by nature, so you'll need some help from …

Productivity Hacks To Love Or Loathe

Hacks are probably the worst part of working as a business owner or freelancer.

Like self-improvement or housework, there's something about them that doesn't sit right. Hacks have no point or purpose.

I'd much rather spend my time writing a …

Tips For Improving Your Skills Interviewing Job Candidates

I have to say I've been pretty pleased with my interviewing skills, but I've noticed that the higher the job is in the company, the higher your time on the phone with the candidate should be.

Some jobs will have …

What Are Some Good Habits To Develop

You may not know it, but these habits are easier than you think to develop. There are steps that you can take to develop good habits.

By starting on this track, you are a step closer to creating a lifestyle …

How To Improve Your Relationship With Your Employees

Building rapport is an essential skill for managers to possess in their professional lives. There are lots of ways to improve your rapport with your employees, but the basic principles involved in building rapport remain the same.

That's not to …

What Business Is Right For Me? A Guide

It is important to consider the cost of your business before you take the leap and start it. Don't just look at the money you can make or the money you can spend, but also what it will take to …

How To Apologize To A Friend For Not Keeping In Touch

It can be incredibly frustrating to talk to people about your long-lost best friend who suddenly stopped responding to you years ago, and the reason that you don’t talk to her anymore is that you just haven’t been able to …

Tips For Improving Your Short Term Memory

Short Term Memory is a type of memory. You probably already know how to use short-term memory.

You can store things in your short-term memory, but only for a short period of time.

Short-term memory is often referred to as …

How To Apologize For A Bad Joke

The answers I received will help you think before you speak and provide tips for both apologizing for a joke and telling the person that you sincerely apologize for your joke.

Are you the comedian telling the joke and should …

How To Apologize To A Coworker For Being Rude

Apologies should always be a two-way street. In fact, you should strive to be a genuine, sincere, and caring person to others.

And you shouldn’t apologize when you are not wrong. This might not sound like a lot of guidelines, …

How To Apologize On Behalf Of Someone Else

Apologies have to be genuine, and they have to be genuine from the heart.

If you make your apologies by having to force yourself to say it, they're going to be halfhearted, insincere, and often thrown in the face of …

How To Apologize For Not Showing Up To A Date

Do you think you are going to send a text saying you’ll be late for your date with an apology?

As a dating coach and dating columnist, I have gotten to witness all sorts of messed-up dates, so I think …

How To Apologize Politely In English

Let me tell you right off the bat that in a language such as English, there are countless possible ways to apologize.

Some may not be desirable, but other ways are effective. Some are definitely desirable, but others are not, …

How To Apologize When You're Both Wrong

Many couples don't know the best way to apologize when one of you is clearly wrong, but the other person isn't. In fact, mistakes happen every day.

The old saying that "people don't like to hear no" is absolutely true. …

How To Apologize For Hurting Someone You Love

Most people who hear "I'm sorry" are not expecting an apology, but more or less just want a caring, empathetic response.

When we start by saying "I'm sorry," we're giving people a message that we don't think their feelings were …

How To Apologize Cutely

Apology Cutely is how you apologize when you want to show you care, but you also don’t want to come across as needy or desperate.

As mentioned before, there are some basic ways to apologize. You could say, “I’m sorry …

How To Apologize To Keep The Peace

When I was in elementary school I was in fifth grade and I was in the gifted program at school. We had a project with a partner and we were going to bring an egg to school and keep it …

How To Apologize For Job Interview

There are few experiences as stressful as the interview. You’re up in front of the hiring manager with only a few minutes to make a good impression.

You’re also doing it while millions of people are thinking about you, too. …

How To Apologize Professionally In An Email For Late Reply

After you’ve written and sent an email that’s in-residence, you can’t stop thinking about whether or not you should have written the email differently.

We all have received a late reply that we didn’t really agree with, and we now …

How To Apologize To Your Boyfriend Quotes

I'm sure all of you already understand how important it is to apologize fairly and correctly and with a friendly tone if you've ever stepped out of line with your partner.

That being said, let's discuss how to apologize to …

How To Apologize To A Girl You Love

Sorry, may not be enough for girls. There are ways of getting her back if you’re not getting the reaction you want or if she is really not ready to forgive you.

This article is about the best ways of …

How To Apologize To A Girl Who Hates You

Apologies are some of the most difficult things to say. We are socially conditioned to immediately deny our mistakes.

Instead, we assume the person we are apologizing to is enjoying a laugh at our expense. But the truth is, we …

How To Apologize For Quitting: Step By Step Process

Taking the time to write a carefully crafted apology for letting a client down is a major step in your career.

It can be very difficult to apologize for not being perfect. It can feel very discouraging to put in …

What Is Unproductive Behavior

Productivity is about building sustainable value with limited resources and building that value over time.

If you have a client who pays you at the end of the month then you need to show that your work, as well as …

Best First Jobs For 15 Year Olds

Let’s talk about the best first jobs for teenagers and how you can start that job right now.

The 10 best first jobs for teenagers

1. Hairdresser

As a hairstylist, you get to meet people from all walks of life …

How To Apologize When You're Not Sorry

An apology is an act of self-abasement by a man to a woman, and generally a woman to a man, after committing a sexual assault. It is often seen as a sign of humility.

One big reason why you may …

Best Job For Sociology Degree

If you have a degree in sociology, your experience and skills could translate to jobs in a wide range of settings.

So if you're thinking of switching careers, it may be a smart move to add a sociology degree to …

Healthy Morning Routines For Weight Loss

With time, many people start to experience some health issues, such as diabetes, heart disease, and many others.

It's easy to overlook how these illnesses start, especially because the onset usually comes slowly.

For people with chronic illnesses, living a …

Friday Fun Day Ideas For Work

A fun day at work is a great way to keep everyone healthy and positive. This is a time for relaxation and to explore new concepts.

It is always good to have a Friday fun day at work and you …

Daily Routines Of Great Leaders

What’s your daily routine? I know you already have an agenda going into your day.

But do you really know what you’re going to do today?

Perhaps you are a highly successful entrepreneur who runs his own company from a …

Becoming Happier With Yourself - The Journey

Once you take a hard look at what you are going through it will be clear to you. For example:

  • An unfulfilling job
  • Loss of a loved one
  • An unfulfilling relationship
  • Sickness
  • Financial difficulties
  • Difficulty living with a disability or
Morning Routines To Have A Great Day

You do need to get up early in the morning so you can have some time to yourself in the morning to organize your day before it really begins.

The good news is that it's not that hard to do …

What Is The Best Morning Routine For School

This could be a super simple morning routine or it can be something that you are very proud of.

For all of you looking for help to get off on the right foot and keep your kids focused, let me …

What Are The Best Morning Routines

Morning routines help your life feel refreshed, healthy and have more time to enjoy your weekend.

1. Sleep 10 hours

waking up

We all know that we need to make our bedroom routine and getting sufficient sleep a priority.

Lack of sleep …

Great Dane Food Habits

What type of dog is the great dane?

Like many large breed dogs, the great dane is a large breed dog that requires the same kind of diet as any other large breed dog.

Different great dane facts:

The great …

Best High Paying Jobs For 18 Year Olds

For students in London, there are few options open to them when they think of jobs once they leave school.

Most get an apprenticeship or a traineeship which will offer little experience and few prospects after school.

What’s more, it’s …

Best Jobs For Making Your Own Hours

These are some of the best ideas for making your own hours, according to Robert Half.

Writing

Person holding silver retractable pen in white ruled book

People often talk about writing for a living. Although that may be an odd way to make a living, it's actually quite common.…

Why Apologize If You Don't Mean It

A ton of people make this mistake all the time and they think that "I said I was sorry" is some magic phrase that automatically excuses their actions or at least makes them sound a little less guilty.

They might …

What Devices Can Trigger Alexa Routines

Alexa routines are the ways to use voice commands to create complex tasks that involve multiple actions and trigger multiple devices.

These devices are controlled by Alexa and require different actions to trigger.

For example, you can say “Alexa, Good …

Why Do Narcissists Refuse To Apologize

Instead of an apology, narcissists often use the strategy of silence.

A narcissist's strategy for minimizing the wrongdoing they've done can be anything from a non-response (you are not sorry or sorry that it happened) to falsification (you did not …

Why Do I Always Apologize For Everything

I’m sorry because it’s really the other person that is usually the one who is trying to get me to apologize!

They’re trying to get me to agree that it’s okay to take me out because I’m an asshole. I’m …

Does Being Rich Make You Happy

Many people will argue that being rich is the key to a happy life. They believe that money can buy happiness. But are they right?

The truth is, numerous factors make up our happiness. More importantly, they vary greatly from …

What Is The Best Way To Improve Your Handwriting

It will introduce you to the use of simple penmanship techniques and written exercises that can help your handwriting become more legible.

There are many ways to improve your handwriting. Many people have a hard time using their hands well …

What Is The Best Healthy Eating Hacks

All the individuals go through tough times which are connected with unhealthy eating habits.

With so many options available in the market, one has to choose the right healthy recipes for your individual taste.

Multiple hacks are being shared on …

What Are Tips For Improving Your Communication Skills

Many of us can list the skills we are supposed to have to be a successful entrepreneur.

Some of these skills might even be a requirement to qualify for some great opportunities. However, how many of us actually practice these …

Silicon Valley Productivity Hacks

I'll discuss what it takes to get super productive in the valley, and I will share several productivity hacks that have helped me.

On Quora, the question "How do you stay productive in Silicon Valley?", has received 3+ answers. With …

Tips For Improving Your Rap Voice

Your voice is the most important component of your musical repertoire. It’s what gets you invited to the party, what gets the crowd going, and what makes your song memorable to your fans.

It’s hard to know what you sound …

Tricks To Improve Your Singing Voice

See how some of your favorite singers and songwriters achieve the vocals on the radio. This information will assist you with giving your vocal talents a boost of great improvement.

You must have heard this said before but people will …

Tips For Productive Arguments

Using what you know and trying to remain focused is essential. Avoid arguments with friends.

Discussing politics is not allowed here. If you must fight, try to play fair.

Opinions can be polarizing, and arguments between friends are tough to …

Tips For Improving Your Negotiating Skills

One of the things that I love about investing is that we can find tips from other industries and use them to improve our business.

In finance, you can learn so much from management experts who have been through various …

Productivity Hacks For Finance Professionals

If you want to focus on your goals, you need to know how to stay productive at work.

Improve your outlook

workplace tips

If you see negative things every day, you will grow pessimistic and stop trying. This will prevent you from …

How To Improve Singing Voice Quickly

If you were listening to the other voices, you would notice that everyone sounds the same when they are talking.

To help you become a master of the art of singing, you must learn the basics because there is no …

What Is The Healthiest Dessert To Have

The key points that will be explored in this article include:

  • What Is The Healthiest Dessert To Have?
  • Which Sugar-Free Foods Are The Healthiest?
  • What Is The Healthiest Banana To Have?

The fact of the matter

three chocolate cupcakes with cherries

I understand that there …

Tricks To Raise Your Credit Score Fast

Are you tired of hearing people say, "My credit score is bad"?

Or maybe you would like to lower your rate.

When it comes time to rebuild your credit, the first thing to do is make a plan for yourself.…

How To Improve Low Emotional Intelligence

There are many reasons for someone lacking high emotional intelligence, and the primary reasons include low self-confidence, fear of failure, anxiety, and low levels of creativity.

This leads to people avoiding challenges, thus not learning from them.

Learning to deal …

Tips For Becoming More Positive And Happy

According to research by psychologists and their theory of applied positive psychology, it is possible to become happier and more positive.

Learning these techniques can lead to significant improvements in physical and psychological health.

One of the most effective psychological …

Secret Tips For Happy Married Life

This particular topic is highly underrated and it is something that is really affecting the lives of many people today. Check out these useful tips and you will be able to create the kind of home you really want in …

Exercises For Healthy Back And Neck

Most of us spend a large portion of our lives in front of a computer, phone, or TV.

Our posture is often poor, and our muscles overuse, putting us at risk for muscle strains, tendonitis, arthritis, and much more.

As …

Steps To Becoming Happy Again

Sometimes getting back on the right track after you've taken the wrong path can be difficult.

There are steps to get you on the right path. We all have triggers in our lives, such as pain, the loss of a …

What Are Some Good Morning Routines

When we wake up, there are so many things going on in our heads that it is difficult to even begin to think straight.

With all that going on it is important to begin our day with a focus on …

Great Morning Routines For School

These routines include tips for getting them out the door promptly, from waking up, getting dressed, making their bed, and making their lunch.

You'll also get a master plan to be implemented with your children to gain maximum benefits from …

What Is Healthy Habits For Life

Healthy habits for life help us achieve the following benefits:

Happier holidays

How to Apologize to a Friend for Being Rude

Many people dread the winter months and enjoy the colder weather when they can finally stay inside and be comfortable.

However, once the sun starts shining again, many …

Tips For Making Girlfriend Happy

Your girlfriend will undoubtedly be the girl you spend a lot of time with, and you must become familiar with the various tools you have to make her happy.

If you follow the advice contained in this article, you will …

Healthy Routines To Get Into : Improve Yourself

These routines don't need to be as rigid as getting to the gym every morning or only exercising on Monday and Thursday.

For those who are waking up early for work or school, these routines can include some activity before …

Can Being Happy Make You Healthier

According to the American Psychological Association, a person is considered happy when he or she feels:

  • Calm
  • Liked
  • Appreciative
  • Content

It’s a big list, and you may know that they all sound contradictory. And no matter how often you are …

Tips For Making Yourself Happy

As a human being, the ultimate goal in life is to find and achieve happiness, which means having a high level of contentment in one's life.

If this is achieved, one will experience a much less stressful life, more personal …

Daily Tips For A Happy Marriage

A happy marriage, just like any other goal in life, needs to be worked on daily.

A happy marriage is a partnership of two people who desire to help each other get through life's challenges and daily stresses.

In this …

How To Stay Happy In Old Age

Want to stay happy and keep yourself alive in old age? First off, you'll have to make it through the hardship of old age.

Just thinking about it can give you the shivers. At the very least, you'll have to …

Working From Home Tips For Staying Productive

Many of us work in a 24-hour working environment from a cubicle, a shared office space, or a home office.

We may work from a place of comfort, surrounded by personal items, familiar faces, and others that provide us with …

How To Establish Routines At Home

Things have gotten so hectic in our homes that many parents are finding themselves running out of time and more and more everyday chores pile up on top of each other.

The task of preparing kids for the next school …

What Are Good Daily Routines - A Few Tips

Daily routines are a great way to make sure your home is in order and it gives you a chance to plan and do things before your day begins. This will help in keeping your home neat and organized.

Being …

Healthy Back Exercises Strengthen And Stretch

These exercises are known to provide various health benefits for the back muscles, hips, and spine.

These exercises increase the range of motion and flexibility in the back and thus reduces the risk of injury, which some people may experience …

How To Live Sober And Happy

When you go to sleep at night, do you have any worry in the world? I bet not. You worry about money, relationships, being a good parent, work, and other things that come up in life.

When you wake up …

Tips For Wives To Make Husband Happy

I have been a wife for 35 years. When my husband and I married, he told me that he did not want to spend the rest of his life with me.

He wanted someone who would take care of him …

What Skills Does an Architect Need? (Feat. Rita El Kouhen)

What skills does an architect need? Whether you're currently studying architecture and want to cover all your bases or just curious about the field of architecture in a more general sense, we're going to discuss some of the most important

Nine Common Signs You Will Be Laid Off in the Near Future

Introduction

You finally land your dream job and you have a great career. Everything is going well in your life, and then out of the blue, you get a letter from your employer that you are laid off.

Even if

How to Inspire Others in the Workplace on a Daily Basis

Introduction

A leader must actively look for ways to inspire others in the workplace. How do you inspire your team to believe in and actively pursue company goals? Is it an inborn trait or is there a way to learn

Seven Helpful Examples of Professionalism in the Workplace

Introduction

“Good morning Mr. Bright. Your client called in this morning requesting a sample of our weight loss products and I sent him two. I hope this is ok.”

Does this phrase sound professional?

Probably not! Most employees will wait

Helpful Car Driving Tips for Beginners in the USA and Beyond

Even after successfully graduating from driving school, driving on your own for the first time can be daunting, especially on a busy highway.

It is even harder for foreigners because the driving experience in America is different from most other

Overhearing Someone Talking About You at Work: What to Do

Introduction

Overhearing someone talking about you at work presents an awkward situation between workmates. Have you ever bumped into your colleagues chatting and laughing loudly and all of sudden they become silent?

Chances are that either you or one of

Tips for Working Full-Time and Running a Small Business

Introduction

For everyone else, 5 p.m. means the work day is done. But, for you, it marks a transition from employee to employer. Whether you’re looking for skills in a particular field or you just want to boost your income,

Staying Positive at Work in Tough Times: A Basic Guide

Work Woes

Staying positive at work in tough times is a mental attitude that takes time to master. A growing company goes through various challenges as it strives to achieve its set milestones. Sometimes, these challenges weigh on the very

Top Business Books of All Time that You Should Read ASAP

Introduction

Before you take that final entrepreneurship leap and launch your own business, it’s important to educate yourself first.

There are so many factors to consider, from how to invest your earnings to how to make your employees feel valued

What to Look for When Renting an Apartment Checklist

Are you looking for a wonderful apartment where you can enjoy your life? You don’t have to buy it. Renting is an excellent option, especially if you would like to change apartments down the road.

However, renting an apartment

How to Apologize to a Friend for Being Rude (and Mean It)

Introduction

Do you know how to apologize to a friend for being rude? Often we find ourselves saying or doing things to our friends, colleagues, or partners that we later regret.

Then we are forced to apologize for these

Negotiating Used Car Price Over Email: Getting the Best Deal

Introduction

Buying a car can be quite stressful for a first-time buyer. It is even trickier when you opt for a used car and decide to shop on a budget. Unlike new cars, it is not always easy to compare

"I Can’t Get Out of Bed in the Morning" - Possible Solutions

Introduction

I think we all know the feeling. The alarm goes off and it feels like a mistake. Even if you’ve chosen one of your favorite songs to play as the alarm, you gradually start to hate the song more …

The Best Hybrid Bike for Beginners: An Introductory Guide

Are you looking for the best hybrid bike for beginners? Is this your first bicycle? If yes, you need one that is comfortable and will serve you for the longest time. However, choosing the ideal bike can be a tall

Eight Fun Games to Motivate Employees in the Workplace

What strategies do you use to retain staff in your workplace? Have you ever tried incorporating fun games to motivate employees?

Some companies combine fun games with human psychology to get the best from their human workforce. These two strategies

What Makes Employees Feel Valued? - An Exploration

When you feel valued in life, you feel happier, right? What about your employees? Do you treat them with appreciation and respect? Have you noticed that your employees aren’t as productive as they were a year ago?

When employees feel

Seven Great Ways to Improve Efficiency in the Workplace

We define efficiency as the ratio of input power to output power. Do you understand key ways to improve efficiency in the workplace?

If you don’t put a lot of effort in your organization but your productivity is high, then

How to Research a Neighborhood Before You Buy - Helpful Tips

Introduction

Are you planning to buy a new home? You need to know whether or not the neighborhood is safe. Also, you'll need to check whether the area suits your current lifestyle and future expectations.

However, when you have several

Nine Great Low-Stress Jobs for Homebodies and Freelancers

Introduction

Introverts aren’t the only ones who like to work alone and preferably at home. There are many people who look for jobs away from offices for a variety of reasons.

Someone has a sick family member or a young

8 Cheap Ways to Make Your Small Business Look Professional

Introduction

When you’re short on cash but you want your small business to look professional, there are a few sneaky ways to do it. Launching a business on a budget is challenging, and yet, money doesn’t ensure success.

Here’s how

How to Be Fashionable on a Low Budget: Tips and Advice

Introduction

I think on some level, we all want to be fashionable. We all want to feel confident in our clothes, and at the same time, we want our clothes to be a reflection of our personalities.

But if you …

Reconnecting with Old Friends Advice - Suggestions to Try

Introduction

It happens to all of us. Out of the blue, we get to thinking about old friends, maybe friends from college or high school, maybe a few old flames, or even friends from grade school who we haven’t seen …

"I Prefer to Be Alone Most of the Time" - The Pros and Cons

Introduction

Are you the sort of person who finds yourself saying things like, “I prefer to be alone most of the time”?

It’s certainly nothing to be ashamed of. Many people are introverts, feeling more comfortable alone than with other …

How to Ask for a Donation in an Email: Suggestions to Try

Did you know that a simple email can bring financial aid to your organization?

That’s right!

When it comes to requests for funds, emails are unmatched. They not only reach many people at a single go but they are also

How to Stay Calm When Angry at Work: Suggestions to Try

Introduction

When you work with other people, and we all do, to some extent, there are bound to be disagreements and problems that arise.

Sometimes these situations will make you angry, and when you find yourself angry at work, it …

"My New Job is Not What I Expected" - What to Do Next

Introduction

Step one is always getting a job. Regardless of where you are in your life, you almost definitely need a day job, even if you’re working towards something completely separate, something that will take a long time to complete.…

How to Be an Active Member of the Community: Tips to Try

Introduction

At some point, we’ve all wondered how to be an active member of the community. We’ve made New Year’s resolutions on the subject and maybe we even looked for community websites that we hoped would lead us to the …

How to Stop Arguing with Someone: Five Suggestions to Try

Introduction

Arguments can certainly be healthy to a certain extent, especially within the context of a romantic relationship.

They give each person an opportunity to speak honestly, and to approach subjects that have been causing them stress for a long …

The Importance of Public Speaking in Everyday Life

Introduction

I think many of us hate the idea of speaking in front of a group of people. It can be nerve-wracking, intimidating, and just plain uncomfortable in some cases.

But for better or worse, public speaking comes up fairly

Technicals Skills of an Entrepreneur: Essential Knowledge

Introduction

Staying on the top or at least surviving in today’s business world is hard work due to an endless number of competitors on the market.

Successful entrepreneurs use many strategies, tactics, and techniques to move their companies forward and

Quitting a Job Without a Notice Letter: The Pros and Cons

Introduction

It’s no secret that many jobs can become incredibly frustrating or even hazardous to one’s health and mental wellbeing.

Chances are you’ve had at least one job during your career where you just wanted a way, wherever you could …

Not Hearing Back from Jobs? - Here's What to Try Next

Introduction

For many of us, searching for a new job can be a long and laborious process, and sometimes it can feel as though there’s no end in sight.

In many cases, it’s a good idea to apply to as …

Why is it Important to Love Your Job? - An Exploration

Introduction

There are certainly those who see the concepts of work and career as inevitabilities in life, like weather or the sunrise.

To these people, what you happen to do for a living is far less important than how much

How to Find a Hobby or Passion: Guidelines and Suggestions

Introduction

Have you had the feeling recently that you’ve been wasting your free time? Has work started to take up the majority of your time and your thoughts?

Don’t worry, we all have moments like that. A daily routine can …

The Many Benefits of Home Cooked Meals Vs. Fast Food

Introduction

Back in the 1950s and 1960s, fast food restaurants were a novelty in many communities. They offered the convenient option to order entire meals on the spot and receive them in just a few minutes.

Even better, their prices

How to Apologize to a Customer for a Mistake: Tips to Try

“Your Customer is King, and the customer is always right.” Do you know how to apologize to a customer for a mistake? What do you do when you handle a customer in a way that causes he or she to

How to Get into Running When Overweight: A Concise Guide

Introduction

We’ve all been there. Regardless of your profession and your personal history with exercise and athletics, there are simply times when we fail to work out regularly and start to gain weight.

After all, many modern workplaces require staying

9 Jobs That Require Travel and Pay Well - Ideas and Tips

Do you want to travel the world but don't have the money to do it? Saving for trips around the world can take years, so why not start achieving your dream today?

In a modern world that offers numerous opportunities,

Depressed About Being Single For So Long? - The Bright Side

Single, Not Ready to Mingle

When it comes to self-image, there are many different internal and external factors that come into play, especially with regards to romantic relationships.

We all know that portrayals of romantic relationships in media are often …

Funny Ways to Answer the Phone to Telemarketers: Tips to Try

A Common Occurrence

Somehow, for some reason, telemarketers still exist. You probably know the experience pretty well: a phone number appears on your screen, a phone number that you don’t recognize.

It usually happens at the most inopportune times, …

Cheap Healthy Meal Plan Shopping List: Suggestions to Try

Introduction

Eating healthy can be a real challenge, especially given the wide range of unhealthy foods available at restaurants, grocery stores, and through delivery services.

There’s also a prevailing stigma about eating healthy, namely that it inherently has to …

How to Apologize Professionally in an Email: Tips to Try

Introduction

Even in the most successful and efficient companies, problems arise. The importance of apologizing for a work-related problem is enormous.

Letting disagreements stagnate can cause even bigger problems in the future, and can maybe even get you fired.

And …

The Side Effects of Working Too Much: What to Watch For

Introduction

A strong work ethic is important when it comes to finding success in your career path. This sense of responsibility and commitment to your professional career can help you climb the corporate ladder and be recognized for your hard …

What Makes a Good Sales Associate? - Tips for Your Success

Introduction

Selling is relevant to just about every industry in existence. Maybe you happen to be a sale associate in a retail store. Maybe you manage ad sales for a local television station.

Maybe you’re a freelancer and you’d like …

Ideas to Make the Workplace Better: Several Suggestions

Introduction

Regardless of where you work, what industry you’re involved with, and how large of a company you work for, there is always room for improvement in the workplace. Always.

The fact of the matter is, most of us spend …

Workplace Fun Friday Ideas to Increase Employee Motivation

Introduction

The office doesn’t have to always be a drab, dull environment. There are plenty of ways to make the workplace more fun and interesting while still maintaining professionalism.

An easy way to offer some easygoing vibes in the office …

The Basics of Workplace Etiquette: An Introductory Guide

Introduction

A workplace functions best when basic rules of office etiquette are being followed by all employees.

But there are times when these basics of workplace etiquette just either aren’t understood by some employees or are simply taken for granted

11 Jobs for Laid Back Personalities: Ideas and Suggestions

Introduction

If your current job position causes you a lot of difficulty and stress, you might want to consider jobs for laid back personalities.

While these jobs aren’t perfect and you can still encounter stress and difficulties, they can also

Creative Ways to Give Advice: Ideas and Suggestions to Try

Introduction

There are many reasons behind the impulse to ask someone else for advice. It may be that someone is struggling with a difficult situation and wants to gain another perspective before making a decision.

It could also be that …

Career Path Planning for Employees: Guiding Principles

Introduction

With the rise of the gig economy, we have also seen a major shift in how jobs and careers are perceived, both by companies and by individuals.

It is no longer necessary to start with a company at a

How to Deal with a Demanding Boss: Tips and Tricks

Introduction

Just about everyone in the world has a boss that they have to answer to. Even Jeff Bezos, CEO of Amazon and the richest man currently living, has to answer to the company’s board of directors, as well as

My Coworkers Are Jealous of Me: Ideas for What to Do Next

Introduction

Every office has its own unique dynamic. After all, it’s a collection of many different people who are united only by their profession.

And just because several people happen to work for the same company doesn’t mean that they’ll

Starting a Side Business While Employed: Tips and Tricks

The Sky’s the Limit

Coming up with a great idea for a new business doesn’t always happen at the most opportune times.

You may one day find yourself developing a viable business idea while still working with a larger company.

Business Ideas for Students in University: Seven Suggestions

Introduction

Are you business savvy? Do you find yourself mostly idle in college? Why not venture into business? There are many business ideas for students in university that you can start with minimal capital.

In this article, we will discuss

Careers for Introverts in Healthcare: Ideas and Suggestions

Introduction

Being an introvert is likely something a person is born with. It is proven that an introvert’s brain functions differently than an extrovert’s brain. In other words, there's no escaping your own personality type. 

But that doesn’t mean that

What Qualities Make a Company a Great Place to Work?

An ideal workplace motivates employees to utilize their skills and abilities for the mutual benefit of the company and their professional growth. With this in mind, what qualities make a company a great place to work?

From locale to resources

Do Kittens Sleep Through the Night? - The Idea Trader

Introduction

If you’ve ever had a new kitten in the house, then you know very well that kittens have their own schedule.

Every kitten’s daily priorities are to eat, sleep, and play. But your kitten could switch from one to

Estimates of Children Separated at Border Higher Than Before

Initial estimates of the number of children separated from their families at the U.S./Mexico border stood at roughly 3,000 persons.

But new information currently being reported reveals that the correct number may actually be much higher.

The new report states

Best Books for Aspiring Entrepreneurs - The Idea Trader

Introduction

Starting your own business can be one of life’s great challenges. It requires you to commit the majority of your time to a simple idea, an idea that you want to share with the world.

The good news is

How to Calm Down A Kitten When Hyper: Tips and Tricks

Energizer Kittens

If you’ve ever owned a kitten before, you know very well that they have more energy than any of us has ever had.

They can spend hours at a time literally bouncing off the walls and still be

How to Make Work Fun for Employees: An Idea Trader Guide

All Work and No Play …

Those famous words still ring true today. Taking a brief break from work responsibilities can, in the long run, contribute to e healthier office atmosphere.

More importantly, your employees will be less likely to

UK’s Brexit Troubles Urge Caution to Other EU Nations

Partisan bickering in the UK surrounding a Brexil deal (an exit for the country for the European Union) has led to the possibility of a no-deal Brexit, which would have negative implications for the country, moving forward.

British Prime Minister

Gregory Finkelson Devises Brilliant Plan To End Shutdown

Overview

The current U.S. government shutdown has become the longest in the country's history.

President Trump has refused to approve funding for the U.S. government that doesn't include funding for the construction of a wall along the southern border of …

How to Improve My Attendance at Work: An Idea Trader Guide

Introduction

When it comes to making yourself a valuable team member at your place of work, there are many disparate things to consider, and many easy mistakes that new employees tend to make.

Above all else, showing up to work

9 Powerful Ways to Boost Employee Efficiency in the Office

Overview

Are you looking for ways to increase the efficiency of your employees? Do they spend extra hours in the office but don't produce significant results?

This problem happens in every office, and as a leader, you should consider …

How to Deal With Neighbors Who Are Bullies: Tips and Tricks

Tricky Situation

One of the great advantages of living on your own is that you get to control almost everything about your living environment. The decor, your schedule, and cleaning habits are all up to you.

But of course there

Weekly Update, 12/16/18

For Peak Performance, Training Should be Tailored to Body Type

A recent BBC report on the importance of genetics to athletic prowess offers a compelling insight into how our bodies can dictate responses to different types of physical activity.

Genetics 

What Does Business Casual Mean For a Man? - Ideas and Tips

Is Business Casual Still a Thing?

Short answer? Yes. Very much so. In fact, business casual might be more relevant right now more than ever before.

It has a lot to do with how the American workplace has changed over

Weekly Update, 12/9/18

MyMe Wants to Record Your Social Life, or Lack Thereof

The MyMe is a small wearable device that features a wide-angle camera meant to use facial recognition software to identify people in your life and log the amount of time

Weekly Update, 11/18/18

Artist David Hockney’s $90 Million Painting Breaks Record for Any Living Artist

David Hockney’s painting “Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)” broke artistic records when it sold for $90.3 million with fees at the New York auction house

Weekly Update, 11/4/18

Spinal Cord Implants Offer New Hope for Paralyzed Patients

Implants administered at the University of Louisville have had incredible effects on multiple patients who were previously paralyzed in various accidents.

Following the innovative spinal cord implants, the patients were able

Weekly Update, 11/11/18

Car Brakes and Roads Emit Harmful Microplastics

A scientific study in Germany has found that car tires, brake systems, as well as the actual roads, give off microplastics that become airborne, eventually contaminating nearby freshwater sources, and ultimately pollute oceans.

Weekly Update, 10/28/18

Report Ponders Preferred Autonomous Car Programming

A new report out of MIT explores international preferences when it comes to the theoretical programming of driverless vehicles. Though self-driving cars are still years away from widespread implementation, researchers have been eagerly studying

Weekly Update, 10/7/18

Dogs No Smarter Than Other Animals, Study Says

A new study has found that canines are not especially intelligent when compared to other wild and domesticated animal species. The study did note, however, that dogs tend to appear more intelligent

Weekly Update, 10/21/18

Major Tech Companies Lean Toward USB Type-C

Recent releases from tech giants Apple and Google may serve as predecessors to an industry-wide embrace of the USB Type-C.

Apple recently released a new charging cord for the Apple Watch that terminates

Weekly Update, 8/26/18

Musk Backtracks on Taking Tesla Private

Tesla founder and technology industry leader Elon Musk has reversed earlier comments about potentially taking Tesla private.

Musk had previously tweeted that he was considering making Tesla a privately-held company. The tweet reportedly came

Weekly Update, 9/9/18

Musk Smokes Pot on Podcast Stream, Hurts Tesla Shares

During an interview on the popular podcast, the Joe Rogan Experience, Tesla head Elon Musk appeared to smoke a joint, visible to the podcast stream. Neither Musk nor Rogan said on

Weekly Update, 9/16/18

Researchers Disclose Terrain Map of Antarctica

A collaboration between scientific researchers has created an ultra-accurate terrain map of the Antarctic continent, which they hope to use to monitor the continent’s changes in structures and total amounts of ice, as climate

How to Live Well on a Small Income: Helpful Tips and Tricks

Pennies on the Dollar

In general, it’s easier to buy nice things when money is no object. We knew that part already. But a popular modern myth is that money is the only path to living the life you really

Best Way To Clean Walls When Moving Out: Tips and Tricks

Getting Out Clean

The majority of apartment leases include a pesky little clause stating that, should anything be wrong with the apartment upon your leaving (from major property damage to a small hole in the carpet), you’ll get slapped with

Fun Things To Bring On A Cruise: An Idea Trader Travel Guide

Introduction

Cruises are one of America’s favorite ways to take a vacation or travel to nearby tourist destinations. And in recent years, luxury cruise lines have upped their game on just about every level.

Apart from on-deck pools and jacuzzis,

Tools to Stay Organized at Work

“Be the ruler of your workspace, don’t let it rule you.”

These were the words of my very first boss, on my very first day of work in a real office. At the time, his advice meant making liberal use

The Plan Behind the Packaging: Leading Designers Moree Wu and Sijia Zhang Give a Pre-Holiday Crash Course on the Importance of Design

The holidays are a time of year when commercial design is prominent. From the boxes that hold our most coveted wishlist gifts to the timeless posters of classic Holiday movies, the holiday season seems like one big competition to gain

Home Remedies to Fall Asleep Quickly

Insomnia and other sleep problems have been around for centuries. Recent advances in medical research and cognitive neuroscience have only confirmed the absolute importance of a good night’s sleep to overall health as well as stress recovery and creative thought.

One Big Three-Legged Race: App Designer Yunning Liu on the Undying Relationship Between Technology and Design

The Idea Trader’s continuing efforts to chronicle advances in tech, medicine, and scientific research have brought our attention to some truly inspiring stories. Just in the past few months we have seen incredible efforts in all of these fields. Most

How To Stop Procrastination In The Workplace

Introduction

Procrastination is so commonplace that it is something that nearly everyone suffers from at least once in their lives.

There are tons of information about it, books, studies, research… This just speaks of the magnitude of the problem. And …

Interview With Grocery Delivery Mogul, Tejas Viswanath

Tejas Viswanath was originally a member of the cutting-edge tech accelerator Y Combinator. Through hard work and innovative methods, the big ideas he had back then have become reality. Now, Viswanath stands as the founder of Chaldal, one of the

Software Whiz Ahmed Ilyas On What It Feels Like To Be At The Center Of The Tech World

Ahmed Ilyas has dedicated his life to developing a kind of superpower. He takes code and turns it into programs and products that have massive utilitarian functionality and value. And while many programmers end up falling down the rabbit hole

Australia Places Ban on Plastic Bags

Australia took a major step this week by banning all single use plastic bags in four of their six states. It is an interesting case study to see a country stepping up to the challenge of reducing the plastic in

The Cost of Elon Musk's Vision for Transportation

Elon Musk is famed for revolutionizing transportation through privatization; first with Tesla and Space X, and The Boring Company is seeking to tackle public transit next. While developments of Musk’s undertaking of the Hyperloop have been discussed for years, the

Saurabh Rajwade’s Guide to Mergers and Acquisitions in the Modern World

The world of mergers and acquisitions and the associated risk assessment that precedes either is generally unknown to the public. The bits and pieces that make it to the daily news tend to be summaries, bottom-lines condensed to who purchased

Gender and the Millennial Issue with Impostor Syndrome

First coined by psychologists in the 1970s, impostor syndrome has become a buzzword for the millennial generation. Characterized by a sense of self-doubt and uncertainty, the term refers to feeling as though one has faked their way into a successful

Psychedelic Drugs and their Effects on Depression Discovered

A new study conducted by scientists at the University of California Davis examined the effects of psychoactive substances on depression and other related disorders, finding that the substances could combat depression by promoting neural plasticity and neuron growth. While it

The Future of Carbon-Neutral Cars

Fuel efficient and electric vehicles are nothing new with the popularity of cars like the Honda Prius and Tesla models. However, while these vehicles may reduce CO2 emissions, they are not truly carbon neutral either due to the manufacturing process

Study Links Body Clock to Certain Mental Illnesses

A British university study has found a connection between a disturbed circadian rhythm and a greater likelihood of certain mental illnesses. The circadian rhythm, better known as the body’s internal clock, is the pattern of waking and sleeping time our

UK Facial Recognition Wrongly Identifies Criminals

The UK government is feeling immense scrutiny over the facial recognition software being used to identify criminals at public events. Photos of every attendee are being collected by the vast network of british surveillance cameras installed throughout metropolitan areas of

3-D Printing Startup has Eye on the Sky

Relativity Space, the Los Angeles-based rocket manufacturer, is using the world’s largest 3-D printers to disrupt the growing aerospace market. The company believes it can 3-D print 95 percent of the Terran 1, their orbital rocket in development. The startup

Tesla Model 3 Becomes America’s Best-Selling Electric Car

Tesla Inc. topped electric car sales in first quarter 2018 production numbers released on Tuesday. With only ten years under its belt, Tesla has surpassed some manufacturing bottlenecks associated with accelerated production and delivery. Tesla CEO Elon Musk received a

Impossible Foods Leads the Way on Meatless Substitutes

Impossible Foods Inc., a vegetable-based meatless product line, has its sights on the 5 billion pounds of ground beef consumed in the United States each year. The multi-billion dollar meat industries are attracting large investors to the meatless movement that

Your Smart Device Might Be Listening

Google and Amazon, tech giants and the leading sellers of digital assistants, have filed patent applications to collect data from millions of smart devices. The New York Times reports that the companies both “filed patent applications that outline an array

Intel Feels the Hurt as Apple Plans to Use Its Own Chips

Apple Inc. is in works to exclusively use its own chips in Mac products starting as soon as 2020, according to interviews by Reuters. According to Bloomberg supply chain analysis, Intel Corp., the chip supplier for Mac computers, risks five

Cobalt Robotics Receives Funding for Robot Security Guard

Cobalt Robotics, a Silicon Valley-based robot security startup, plans to use security robots in offices across the United States. These “roving security robots” are designed to protect commercial buildings ranging from hospitals to data centers against intruders or other hazards

Chaos By Trump: Stocks Display The New Fragrance

Those who know anything about President Trump at this point, knows that he enjoys creating drama.

He always talks about hiring the “best people” and having the “best” business and organization, even in the White House. Yet, he has had …

Uber Suspends Self-Driving Car Tests after Fatal Crash

Uber halted its self-driving car tests in Arizona after a pedestrian was fatally injured in Phoenix last week. The rideshare company faces a significant setback after tying the future of Uber to self-driving cars.

Police and authorities are investigating the

Worst week ever? Tech takes a bow, not in a good way

Facebook has not been having a good week, and the entire tech sector took a massive hit on the stock market, spearheading a correction across Wall Street as well as shareholders.

Facebook is the current glaring example of privacy breaches, …

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